6/30/2011 @ 6:00PM

In Pictures: 10 Of America's Best Hot Dogs

Frankie’s hot dogs are famous way beyond the borders of Waterbury, drawing fans from across Connecticut and throughout the Boston area. Cited as a favorite by other hot dog stand proprietors, Frankie’s has been serving up franks since the Great Depression, when original owner Frank Caiazzo decided to open up a hot dog stand to satisfy hungry bellies and light wallets. Order a simple Famous Frankie, or get a bit international with their Irish hot dog, served with bacon.